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For The Love Of Rugby

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Rugby
Six Nations
England
England Rugby
Rugby World Cup
Wales
British and Irish Lions
France
Australia
Investec Champions Cup
Scotland
South Africa
Ireland
Leicester Tigers
Lions
Women's Six Nations
New Zealand
Northampton Saints
Rugby Union
Italy

England's most capped men love rugby. Ben Youngs and Dan Cole review the biggest games and chat to the biggest names in their favourite sport. They spent 20 years together at Leicester Tigers, toured together for the British & Irish Lions and now podcast together every Monday and Thursday.

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Latest Episodes

Ben Youngs and Dan Cole review the opening round of the Greatest Rivalry series between New Zealand and South Africa, before revealing the reality behind Eddie Hearn's 1-million-pound plan for Pollock, Bath's reported move to Reading, and how Leicest... more

Rugby's Greatest Rivalry is here. South Africa host the All Blacks at Ellis Park this Saturday in the opening Test of their huge four-match series.

As you'd expect, it's not exactly been a relaxed build-up to this monster series, with both Rassie Er... more

Anthony Watson and Ben Youngs are back for another Greatest Rivalry debate!

This time, they turn their attention to the next generation of rugby’s No.10s, with Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu going head-to-head with New Zealand star Ruben Love.

But the d... more

Ben Youngs and Anthony Watson return for another Greatest Rivalry debate!

This time, they're looking at the back-row, with two iconic players going head to head, and this one gets heated.

The question beckons, who is better; All Blacks talisman Ard... more

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Recent Guests

Michelle Orange
Co-owner of Sale Sharks
Sale Sharks
Episode: The Business of Rugby | Prem Club Owner Reveals the Financial Reality
Ben Stokes
England cricket legend, recently retired
England Cricket
Episode: Ben Stokes: Why I Retired From England Cricket
Razzie Erasmus
South Africa coach acclaimed for World Cup success and Lions involvement
South Africa national team, Springboks
Episode: Ranking Rugby’s Top 10 Coaches of All Time
Marcus Smith
Guest, current England player
England Rugby
Episode: England Bounce Back Against Fiji ft. Marcus Smith & Noah Caluori
Steven Kitshoff
Springbok captain and loosehead prop; World Cup winner
Springboks
Episode: The Unstoppable Force Coming For England | Springbok Deep Dive with Kitshoff & Nyakane
Trevor Nyakane
Springbok prop; experienced scrum power and tactical contributor
Springboks
Episode: The Unstoppable Force Coming For England | Springbok Deep Dive with Kitshoff & Nyakane
Henry Pollock
Northampton Saints back row, man-of-the-match in the final
Northampton Saints
Episode: Northampton Saints Win The PREM! ft. Henry Pollock, Fin Smith & George Furbank
Fin Smith
Northampton Saints fly-half, match winner contributor
Northampton Saints
Episode: Northampton Saints Win The PREM! ft. Henry Pollock, Fin Smith & George Furbank
George Furbank
Northampton Saints fullback, team captain approaching departure
Northampton Saints
Episode: Northampton Saints Win The PREM! ft. Henry Pollock, Fin Smith & George Furbank

Hosts

Ben Youngs
Host of the show; regular contributor and co-host; former England rugby player
Dan Cole
Co-host; former England rugby player; long-time contributor

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 3.8k ratings
  • A Jaecoo advert disguised as a podcast…

    … at this point. Throw in the five or so minutes of adverts at the start, and the multiple times they stop to beg for subscribers (which is probably going the other way as a result), I’m surprised there’s any time left for content. Watson, and these ‘head-to-heads/rankings’ has been a terrible addition; there really is very little actual knowledge in the pod anymore, just wildly biased personal opinion.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    weprayforlight
    United Kingdom10 days ago
  • Coley needs to move on

    In parts in a good pod. But Dan repeatedly makes excuses for a stream of poor England performances. It’s time to speak the truth and be honest. It’s not good enough, just say it…

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    SPOG eye
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • Great podcast

    Brilliant insight into the thoughts of two experienced ex players.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    loubo
    United Kingdom5 months ago
  • Too many ads

    Used to love the pod. Chemistry between Dan and Ben is still fantastic, but the constant ads and sponsored content have taken the magic away, so it doesn’t feel like a genuine chat between mates anymore.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    ArturoReynaldo322
    United Kingdom5 months ago
  • For the Love of these Blokes!

    Great show. Big fan of Coley and Ben’s takes on the game, tactics, plays etc. Also of course the accents, banter, guests on the show and taking the piss out of THE Freddie Burns in any way or shape possible.

    From a South African, massive Springbok fan - I can recommend this.

    Good on you boys💪🏻

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AJ_Meyer
    South Africa5 months ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Many feel the conversational banter enhances engagement and entertainment.
Listeners praise the show's deep rugby analysis and chemistry between the hosts.
Ads are a recurring point of frustration for some listeners, who feel sponsor reads disrupt flow.
The show's timely coverage of rugby news and post-match breakdowns remains a strong draw for fans.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#2
United States/Sports/Rugby
Apple Podcasts
#241
United Kingdom/Top Podcasts
Apple Podcasts
#1
United Kingdom/Sports/Rugby
Apple Podcasts
#4
Canada/Sports/Rugby
Apple Podcasts
#49
United Kingdom/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#3
Italy/Sports/Rugby

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Rugby's Greatest Rivalry: Why You Should Care About Springboks v All Blacks
Q: Predictions for the final result of the first test?
Predictions leaned toward a tight, high-intensity game with the Springboks edging a close 25-22 victory, acknowledging the Kiwi challenge.
In Defence of Steve Borthwick: Coley Responds To Your England Criticism
Q: What's the rationale behind Slade moving to 13?
Slade's move to 13 is about leveraging his experience, distribution, and leadership to bring balance, with the expectation he can stabilise defence and organise the backline while allowing Freeman to operate effectively on the wing.
The Unstoppable Force Coming For England | Springbok Deep Dive with Kitshoff & Nyakane
Q: What makes this England team different from previous years and how are the Springboks preparing to counter them?
The guests describe England as unpredictable but formidable, with a mix of direct power and backline skill; the Springboks plan to study England's tendencies while staying true to their own strengths, using depth and adaptability to exploit mismatches and maintain control of the game.
Rugby Awards Special ft. Tom Willis, Meg Jones, Ben Earl & More!
Q: What makes the playoff weekends so crucial for the teams involved?
The coaches emphasize balance between keeping nerves down and maximizing performance, with the objective of producing two strong weeks in a row to advance, requiring execution under pressure and minimising mistakes.
Jamie George, Ejector Seats & A Couple's Massage: The Road to Bilbao Begins
Q: What do you think the score will be for the Leinster vs Bordeaux final?
I forecast 32-26 in favor of Leinster, with a hopeful try from James Ryan and a Doris score, though Bordeaux will push hard with Jalabair and Luku.

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What is For The Love Of Rugby about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show centers on in-depth rugby analysis, blending data-driven debates with personal experience from former players. Hosts compare top players, dissect team tactics, and unpack coaching philosophies across big matches and ongoing competitions, with a mix of banter and practical takeaways. Episodes frequently feature cameos from current stars, coaches, and club executives, and include sponsor reads woven into the conversation. This combination of high-level game insight and insider perspectives likely appeals to serious rugby fans, coaches, and industry professionals looking for nuanced discussions and timely context after major games.

Noteworthy aspects include rapid episode turnover with fresh topics and guests, a strong emphasis on st... more

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2. Ben Stokes
3. Razzie Erasmus
4. Marcus Smith
5. Steven Kitshoff
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7. Henry Pollock
8. Fin Smith

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